Senior Construction Defect Claims Specialist (CGL)

About the role

Knight Insurance Group is seeking a seasoned Construction Defect Claims Specialist to manage complex, litigated CGL claims involving multi-party construction defect matters, primarily in California.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of complex construction defect claims from inception through resolution
• Analyzing CGL coverage, endorsements, exclusions, and contractual risk transfer
• Handling multi-party and litigated matters with a strategic, resolution-focused mindset
• Setting and adjusting reserves based on exposure analysis and litigation posture
• Selecting and managing defense counsel and expert vendors
• Participating in mediations and settlement negotiations within authority
• Preparing thorough coverage analyses and recommendations when higher authority is required
• Identifying and pursuing subrogation or contribution opportunities
• Collaborating with underwriting, legal, and management on emerging exposure trends

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial general liability claims experience
• Strong background in construction defect, including litigated and multi-party matters
• Demonstrated experience handling California construction defect claims
• Deep understanding of CGL coverage interpretation and risk transfer analysis
• Experience working with defense counsel and participating in mediation
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently
• Active adjuster license (or ability to obtain where required)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial general liability claims experience
• Strong background in construction defect, including litigated and multi-party matters
• Demonstrated experience handling California construction defect claims
• Deep understanding of CGL coverage interpretation and risk transfer analysis
• Experience working with defense counsel and participating in mediation
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently
• Active adjuster license (or ability to obtain where required)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life Insurance, LTD, and Flexible Spending Account
• 401K and Employee Stock Ownership Program (employer matching)
• UKG Wallet (access to your pay before payday)
• Tickets at Work - discounts on entertainment, travel, and more
• AT&T Wireless discounts
• Midway Rent a Car discount (California Only)
• Dell Member Purchase Program

Pay

The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.

Schedule

Fully remote within the United States